Personal Lines

Personal Lines

Mary Roy

Mary Roy is the Director of Personal Lines, specializing in High-Valued Homeowners insurance placements for high-net-worth clients. Mary has been with Quaker Special Risk since November of 2003, after graduating from Worcester State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Communication Disorders. During her years at Quaker, Mary has gained extensive knowledge of the Commercial and Personal E&S Market, handling both binding authority and brokerage new business and renewal accounts. Her main focus caters to celebrity and publicly-recognized figures, with a concentration on coastal and high-limit property insurance placements. She continues to uphold strong relationships with agents and companies at all levels. Mary is an avid Pilates enthusiast, and in her spare time, also enjoys entertaining friends in the White Mountains of NH and visiting family on the beaches of Nahant, MA. Mary also serves on the Board of Directors for YOU Inc., a private, non-profit child welfare and behavioral health organization, serving at-risk children, adolescents, and families in her backyard of Worcester County. She and her husband, Rick welcomed their first child, Abigail Lillian, in 2012 and their second daughter, Charlotte Rose Marie, in 2014.

Jonathan Sweeney

Jonathan Sweeney, Senior Account Executive, joined Quaker Special Risk in 2019. Jonathan is a graduate of UMASS Boston. Jonathan has over 20 years of Personal Lines insurance experience. He has worked as both an Account Manager and a Personal Lines Director for two large Independent Insurance Agencies in Massachusetts. For the past two decades, Jonathan has had direct dealings with high-net worth with clients. His experience working with affluent insureds has given him a unique perspective on how to serve our agents because he has been in their shoes. Jonathan is excited to channel his expertise of high-valued business and apply it to the non-admitted world. In his role at Quaker, he works directly with Mary Roy, helping to oversee the internal department structure and assisting Quaker to balance our Personal Lines market portfolio. Jonathan has the gift of gab, so feel free to pick up the phone and give him a call – he enjoys hearing from our Agents! Jonathan is an animal lover and has worked in the past with local pet adoption firms, opening his home as a foster. When Jonathan is not spoiling his own dog Niko, you might find him perusing the local Real Estate websites – he has his finger on property market values in Worcester County. That must be because Jonathan lives here in Worcester with his partner, Scott. Jonathan and Scott share an enthusiasm for renovations; they have given a handful of older homes in the area a new life. When Jonathan is not comparing insurance policies, trying to adopt a new pet, or renovating a house, his true passion is traveling by cruise ship to exotic destinations. Life is good!

Cathy Telemaque

Cathy Telemaque, Underwriter, joined Quaker Special Risk in 1994, and is responsible for handling Personal Lines renewals and new business. Cathy is experienced in both Commercial and Personal Lines underwriting as well as policy issuance.

Joshua Carrignant

Joshua Carrignant, Account Executive – Personal Lines, has been with Quaker since December of 2010. Joshua graduated from Salve Regina University with a Bachelor’s degree in History/Secondary Education and from Framingham State University with a Master’s degree in Business Administration. His main work includes underwriting new business Dwelling Fire policies and Personal Umbrella renewal policies. In his spare time Joshua enjoys exercising, reading, and spending time with loved ones.

Timothy Riordan

Timothy Riordan, Account Executive – Personal Lines, joined Quaker Special Risk in February of 2012 after working at The Hanover Insurance Group for 2 years. He has over 10 years of experience in the customer service and financial services industry along with previous experience in residential construction and furniture making. Timothy lives in Webster with his wife Amy, daughter Scarlett, and dog Riley. Timothy is an avid DIY’er in the middle of a home renovation. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, rooting for the local sports teams, and playing recreational softball. Timothy handles Personal Lines new business and renewal accounts.

Brian Siequist

Brian Siequist graduated from Quinsigamond Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. He joined Quaker Special Risk in August of 2012. Brian is an Account Executive in the Personal Lines Department, working on both new business and renewal accounts. Outside of work Brian resides in Rutland and spends time with his friends and family. In his spare time he enjoys music, sports, movies, traveling, and going to concerts.

Lori Budz

Lori Budz, Account Executive – Personal Lines, joined Quaker Special Risk in September of 2014 and is responsible for handling Personal Lines renewals and new business. Lori graduated from Rhode Island College with a BA in English. She has over 14 years of Personal Lines experience, previously working for a standard insurance company. Lori loves 1980’s pop culture and her hobbies include home decorating and giving old furniture a new life. In her spare time Lori enjoys spending time with friends and family.

Amanda Mitchell

Amanda Mitchell joined Quaker Special Risk in August of 2009. Her responsibilities include quoting both new and renewal Personal Lines business, processing personal lines endorsements, and processing cancellations. Amanda specializes in Personal Umbrellas and Comprehensive Personal Liability policies. She resides in Auburn with her husband and two daughters, Marley and Aria. While not at work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her family.

Melissa Mix

Melissa Mix joined Quaker Special Risk in December of 2015. She currently works in the Personal Lines and Accounting departments. Her main responsibilities include quoting renewals, direct bill invoicing, and cancellations. Melissa is currently attending Worcester State University and is completing a degree in Business. She lives in Worcester, MA, and enjoys spending time with her dog. In her spare time, Melissa hangs out with friends and family.

Adrianna Gamble

Adrianna Gamble, Assistant Account Executive – Personal Lines Renewals, joined Quaker Special Risk in January of 2014. Adrianna attended Bay State College in Boston, MA and graduated with a degree in Business Management. In her spare time she enjoys live music, photography, and traveling.

Jose Lopez

Jose L. Lopez, Assistant Account Executive – Personal Lines Binders, joined Quaker Special Risk in September of 2017. Jose loves to spend time with his wife, Stephanie and their FIVE children. Despite being raised in Cleveland, OH, Jose is originally from the Bronx and enjoys visiting family back in NY. When Jose is not typing policies, you might find him playing the piano or listening to music.

Marika Simonian

Marika Simonian, Assistant Account Executive, joined Quaker Special Risk in December of 2018. She currently works in the Personal Lines department, with her main responsibilities being quoting renewals and managing renewed accounts. Marika resides in Worcester, and spends most of her time with her adorable puppy, friends and family. She enjoys traveling, and is always looking for a new restaurant to try!